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What You Need to Get Started with Watercolors

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When you are new to watercolors, it can be so overwhelming figuring out what to invest in. Always remember that the best isn't always the most expensive, try supplies out and see what works for you! Here are some things that you can get to have the f...
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Paper

 
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this is one of the first papers i used, and the quality is so impressive! perfect for the next step up
Grumbacher - Walmart
 
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you can different textures (cold press paper, with a bit of texture to it, or hot press which comes out smooth) there's many options
Arches® Cold-Pressed Watercolor Pad - Michaels
 
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i like these for practice and sketchbooks
Canson Sketchbooks & Art Paper in Art Supplies - Walmart.com
 
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also really great for practice and sketchbook work, the pages hold really well
Watercolor Books & Pads - Arteza.com
 
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i like how they have a lot of color options, and they hold paint quite well
Talens Art Creations Sketchbooks - Blick Art Materials

Paint

 
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a great starter set!
Sakura® Koi™ 12 Color Watercolor Set - Michaels
 
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gouache is more opaque than watercolor, but can be really fun to use!
HIMI 24 Colors Gouache Paint Set with Brushes
 
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a high quality beginner set!
DANIEL SMITH Watercolor Sets
 
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i would invest in these, if you are ready to step it up!
Winsor & Newton® Professional Water Colour™ Paint, 5mL - Michaels
 
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very reasonable watercolor paint kits, great for expanding your color collection
Watercolor Paint - Arteza.com
 
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i prefer to use odorless because the chemical smell isn't fun
Masking Fluids & Frisket - Michaels

Extras

 
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natural brushes are the best for watercolor
Natural Hair Watercolor Paint Brushes - Blick Art Materials
 
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get a variety of different brushes to help with your techniques!
Watercolor Paint Brushes - Michaels
 
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if you want to be a little bit extra and quirky, there are these cute brush cleaners or water cups ready for you!
Paint Brush Cleaner, Watercolor Palette, Paint Brush Holder, Ceramic Paint Palette, Paint Brush Rack, Artist Palette
 
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you will need some palettes to get yourself started
Artist Painting Palettes | Michaels
 
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you can also build your own palette box, great for travelling
Watercolor Palette
 
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a must have for painting, you will always find use for masking tape
Scotch Painter's Tape, Contractor Grade 24mm
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keep your water in this to keep your paint wet, or to make some cool textures on the page
Small Spray Bottles - Walmart
 
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small cheap ones, to wipe your brushes with or blot paint on
Washcloths - Target
 
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for helping your paper stay in place, especially when your sketchbook starts getting really full
Staples